Over the last three years, I’ve been alternating between two sets of the same Smartwool Intraknit Merino Base Layers while spending a considerable amount of time in the mountains and skiing at least 30 days a season. Discover what I love most about the material and fit of my favorite Smartwool base layers, and how I’ve washed and cared for them to stay in great condition.
Read MoreDuring my recent seven-night trip to Levi Finland in March 2024, I was able to view the Northern Lights on five of the nights, simply from vantage points that were easily walkable from my hotel near the main town. It wasn’t until after my trip to Lapland that I came across many articles listing tips for increasing your chances of seeing the aurora, and having had experienced it myself, I felt many of these other articles were downright wrong and not helpful. Because I happened to be immensely lucky (luck has almost everything to do with it), I’ve created a list of my tips for how to be best prepared to view the aurora when the opportunity arises.
Read MoreTraveling with a few essentials for doing laundry on your trip can help you maintain freshness and be better prepared for accidental food-spills or other unexpected surprises that can happen. Read on to discover my list of must-have accessories and essentials for doing laundry while I travel. Each item mentioned here is under $15, and is also compact and easy to travel with to any and all destinations.
Read MoreA review of my experience testing the Halfdays Aston Jacket and Alessandra Pants on a recent ski trip to Finland. I describe my favorite features and what I love about each piece, and share the Halfdays purchase that I was not entirely impressed by. Read on for more tips, details, and where to shop for Halfdays skiwear.
Read MoreIs it safe to ski alone? It can be if you follow these top safety tips to help while skiing, so you can have a great experience and can focus on having fun, improving your skills, and enjoying the outdoors. Continue reading for my best tips for being safe when skiing alone.
Read MoreSkiing can be expensive— costs can certainly add up when you take accommodations, transportation, equipment, lift tickets, and lessons all into consideration, but there are clever ways to save money without sacrificing style or quality. Luckily for skiers that love high-quality, stylish apparel, it’s possible to save considerably on skiwear by shopping end-of-season sales or resale sites. Discover my list of favorite platforms and websites to search when shopping for skiwear on sale.
Read MoreHaving navigated pet-in-cabin policies and government requirements for importing pets for various airlines, states, and countries, I’ve noticed a few general similarities from all of my travel experiences, and have compiled a list of my best tips to hopefully make your experience a little easier.
Read MoreI’ve driven to and explored discover dozens of ski stations across the US, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, and Austria, and have compiled a list of the essential gadgets and tools I keep in my car to keep my ski road trips safer and more convenient. Read on to discover my list of must-haves of your next ski road trip.
Read MoreWhile my skin benefits from clean mountain air, it definitely suffers from the harsh elements during continuous days and weeks of skiing each winter. I prefer to keep my skincare routine as simple and effective as possible, so when I’m planning a trip to the mountains I make sure to bring these three essentials: a sunscreen, a windburn protectant, and a restorative cream. Read on to discover my favorites.
Read MoreWhile there are many benefits to shopping vintage such as saving on costs, finding fun and nostalgic styles, and supporting a circular economy, I’ve listed a few alternatives to shop here so you can have a comfortable ski day on the mountain while still maintaining your personal style and preferences.
Read MoreWith any trip, it’s always best to start considering your options and making reservations early, but with unpredictable weather and unreliable snow conditions, choosing a ski destination months in advance can feel like a gamble. In my experience, I’ve learned that by managing my expectations and following these tips, you can increase your chances of having a great ski trip.
Read MoreI bought my ski boots new ahead of the 2021-2022 ski season, and since have skied more than seventy days in them— and am pleased to report they are smelling just as fresh as when I bought them thanks to a few simple tips that I follow. Read on to learn my tips to keep your ski boots smelling fresh, season after season and year after year.
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